Historical Newspapers of South Carolina

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itte Darlington |tara. WADOY THOMPSON. Editor. Tharsday, ApriH2J894. THE LESSON OF 1 HE HOUR. The people of South Carolina have long been divided by a sharply defined political line which is likely to keep them di vided for some time to come. In the presence of such a crisis as now confronts us, it behooves every truly patriotic citizen to use his utmost endeavors to re strain our political differences within their legitimate limits, and to eradicate the “thin red line” of fratricidal strife which has appeared between the two factions since the recent killing occurred at the Darlington de pot, and which, if allowed to go unchecked and unrestrained, will increase until it plunges the State into a sea of blood. To the grave and thoughtful citizen who has watched the current of events in Darlington during the past two weeks, this statement appeals at once as an indisputa ble fact, and not as a rhetorical figure of speech. The time has arrived for the conservative men of both fac tions to come together and say with one accord, “There must be no more bloodshed!” The life of one good citizen of Dar lington county, whether he be the friend of Governor Tillman or his foe, whether he serve be hind the plow or behind the counter, is dearer to us than those of a whole car load of con stables. The loss of a hundred good men like Frank Norment would not materially change the political status in this State. What then was accomplished when his life was sacrificed ? If those of us who loved him thought his cruel death would result in the redemption of the State, we might consent, hard as it might seem, to give him up without a murmur in order that such a consummation might be reached, just as we would be willing to render up our own lives on the altar of our country. But as that can not be, eliminating, as of neces sity, all considerations of pat riotism, and viewing the matter solely from a personal stand* point, whether a man like Frank Norment is alive or dead is a question that affects us much more than that of who is to occupy the Executive Man sion at Columbia. It is human to err, and in the midst of the heated political controversy in which we have been engaged for the past four years, we have all made mis- takes, on both sides. We must exercise more tolerance, respect ing honest differences of opin ion. We were placed in this country to live together, and must make the best of our sur roundings. While it is natural for men to differ ®n govern mental questions, no matter how intense we may become in striving to maintain our respec tive opinions, we should draw the line at shedding one anoth er’s blood. We can retain our political views unchanged with out resorting to that. Those who have admired Tillman in the past can continue to do so, and those who dislike him can still hold to that view—and all without the necessity of taking precious human life. We must all yield something for the com mon good. Our business inter ests are becoming seriously im perilled, and if the present con dition of things continue much longer, actual ruin will be star ing all of us in the face, wheth er we live in town or in the country. The times call for the exercise of the most exalted spirit of patriotism. All brave men who love the State must do what they can to save it, and he who, in this severe crisis, comes forward to throw oil upon the troubled waters in an honest effort to preserve peace and har mony between the contending political factions is t h e true hero, and not he who stands with ready weapons and angry heart prepared to maintain his opinions even at the sacrifice of ^uman life. LET US HAVE PEACE. A CARD. MARRIED. Before B. R. Tillman appear ed upon the political arena, South Carolinians were a united and happy people and peace and prosperity smiled upon them. Whether or not it was the object, it certainly was the result, of the course he pursued that strife has been stirred up among our people and that a grave condition now confronts us. While both sides have since made mistakes, there is no doubt that primarily rests upon Governor Tillman the responsi bility for the division among us and the consequent trouble and bloodshed. This has always been our position and in the light of the recent most deplor able events we see no reason for changing it. But above all things let us have peace. So dearly do we prize the blessings of harmony that, after placing the responsi bility where it primarily be longs—a duty we owe to truth —we are willing to refrain from further comment that the public mind may not be more inflamed. We may enumerate and criticize the many mistakes that Governor Tillman has made, both before and since the terrible tragedy in Darlington, but we do not think the strained relations now existing among our people would justify such a course. It would only increase the bitternea*, which it is the duty of every citizen to do all in his power to allay. Besides, comment is unnecessary; the facts have been given fully and we are ready to leave the ver dict to the judgment of the peo ple when their passions and prejudices shall have been laid aside. What we desire is for them to give a dispassionate re view of the present troubles in South Carolina and draw a rea sonable conclusion therefrom. This can only be done when all bitterness is allayed, a condition which we shall do everything in our power to bring about. A word in conclusion to those who differ from us politically : We know that they desire, as we do, that peace and prosperity should bless South Carolina and that they must now appreciate the fact that Tillmanism is do ing the State far more harm than good. Governor Tillman is an unsafe leader and we, therefore, appeal to them to destroy his power forevil, not by violent me thods, but by the peaceful ballot. Let us once again be a united and happy people. SACRED TO HIS MEMORY. Friends Wish • Monument for the Mar tyred Dsrlingtonien [News and Courier, April 7.] The relatives of Mr. Frank E. Norment have been overwhelm ed with letters and telegrams of sympathy, these kindly mes sages of solace coming from many States. Flowers have been sent from a distance and the telegrams and letters come from Ohio and New York to Texas. All of these thoughtful remembrances have been most sincere, but it remains for rep resentatives of the travelling men of South Carolina to make a suggestion which, if carried out, would be most appropriate. They have written to the family of the martyred dead asking that they be allowed to raise a monument to the memory of Mr. Frank E. Norment, as it is their earnest desire to do so. As there can be no possible objec tions to such a course, most especially under the spirit E rompting this desire, it is to be oped that these manly spirits will erect a monument at an early date to the memory of one who was always brave, manly and true. It is reliably stated that so far from offering any objections the family of Mr. Norment will appreciate this action on the part of his friends. [Sumter Freeman.] Mr. R. H. Baker has long been an intimate friend of Frank Norment, brutally slain by Till man’s spies at Darlington last Friday. It id proposed to raise a monument to Norment and Mr. Baker has naturally been designated to receive contribu tions at this point for this ob ject. The travelling men are going to have special charge of the work. Newspapers are ask ed to pass tnis information around. It is a privilege to con tribute to such an object. Every brave and true Carolinian will feel a pride in having done something to erect a stone to this martyr to the cause of lib erty and the sanctity of our homes. Mr. Jam** H. King Explain* hi* Posi tion to the Public. When it was found that the dispensary at Darlington had been robbed during the excite ment following the recent kill ing, it was currently reported on the streets that Dr. B. H. Paine and assistant dispenser Jas. H. King were the guilty parties. It was in a difficulty that grew out of this that Dr. Paine killed Henry Green, col ored. About the time the re port was circulated, or shortly before, Mr. King left Darling ton and went to Washington. He has since returned and re quests us to publish the follow ing card: To the Public: As some comment has recent ly been made about my absence from the town of Darlington. I desire thus publicly to state that as soon as 1 learned that any charges had been made against me affecting my good name, I at once returned home, where I stand ready to answer any accusation that any man may see fit to make against me. Conscious of the rectitude of my conduct in all respects, I invite a free investigation of all my acts. Respectfully, James H. Kino, A new and handsome line of china and glassware at Cogge- shall & Co’s. For the best mckle cigar call at C. & Co’s. PROHIBITIONISTS ACTIVE. They Call a State Cenvention to Nomi nate a Full Ticket. The prohibitionists have de cided to take an active part in the approaching campaign in this State. The executive com mittee, at a meeting held last week, called a State convention to be held in Columbia on June 7 for the purpose of nominating a full prohibition State ticket. The fight will be made within the Democratic lines and the ticket will be presented to the voters at the Democratic pri mary in September. The pro hibitionists do not like the dis pensary law, because for the State to sell liquor does not make prohibition. For grain and mill feed at bot tom prices call at C. & Co’s. Gold dust washing powder at C. &. Co’s. J. E. Norment & Co. The above firm, composed of Mr. J. E. Norment and Mrs. Lucy M. Norment, has succeed ed to the insurance business of the late Mr. Frank E. Norment. They will retain in their agency the many large companies here tofore held and are prepared to write all insurance entrusted to them. Their office will be at the store of Norment & Co., corner of the Public Square ant, Cashua street, and will be un der the personal supervision of Mrs. Lucy M. Norment. Fresh crackers, fancy, in lib cartoons, at C. & Co’s. Use Coggeshall & Co’s choice blended tea. Spring Shots. Messrs. Woods & Milling ad vertise that their supply of spring and summer shoes have just arrived and they are pre pared to furnish the public with every kind of footwear that it is possible for man or woman to want. Everything they have too, is in the latest style am their prices are moderate. Our people appreciate this store be cause it is reliable. Canned peaches at 10c a can at 0. & Co’s. At the residence of the bride’s father, by Rev. W. W. Wil iams, assisted by Bev. J. H Thacker, on Thursday, April 5, 1894, T. J. Drew and Bertha, daughter of Dr. R. S. Lucas, all of Hartsville, 8. C. For lamps and lamp fixtures call at C. & Co’s. We are headquarters for teavy groceries. Coggeshall & Co. Mr. 8. Manne, who recently removed to New York, is on a visit to his old home. Hard time prices on Domestic sewing machines; $45 the for mer price, $25 the present price, $20 saved on each machine. McCall & Burch. Three of the very best papers of their kind in the country, the Weekly News and Courier and the Southern Cultivator, and The Darlington News will all be sent to any address for one year for $2.45. 4t N. C. country hams at C. & Co’s. Use Coggeshall’s flavoring extracts. Don’t forget the free crayon portrait at Coggeshall & Co’s. For sale at great bargains for cash—a lot of second-hand sew ing machines, many of them practically as good as new; ap ply at this office. Th« Older uammt. Of his Bberidan-like dealings with tradfamen an anecdote is told. Daring a scarcity of ice a neighbor of Damns sent to a dealer for some and was told that the limited slock on hand was kept for the use of the famoasauthor. Then the gentleman sent again and bade his servant ask for the ice in the name of M. Dumas. The plan succeeded. Th 8 ice was given, and the servant put down the money on thecounter. *'Ah," cried the tradesman, ‘‘give me back that ice! Now I know that you are not from M. Dumas. He never pays ready money. ” "My father,” said M. Dumas fils, “once told me that if be could portion out a new life be would be a handsome woman till 80, a victorious general from 80 to 60 and a cardinal in his old age." Dumas, as be related this par ental desire, glanced toward Rossini and added: "I should prefer toclose my life as an illustrious composer. Mon cher Rossini, when you enter a room, the very lacquer pronounces your name with pride as he announces you." Then turning to the company he con tinued: "Announce, for instance, M. le Duo d’Aumale and Signor Rossini at the same moment and see on which side all heads and ail hearts will incline first. All eyes would been the great musician who created‘II Barbiere de Seviglia.' ” And then we all filled our glasses with armagnac of the vintage of 1811 and drank the health of Rossini. The old composer did not rise, but his face broke out into voluminous smiles as he shook the hand of the author of “La Dame Auz Camellias. "—Philadelphia Times. Fowpsllaa BosIbms Notes. A number of business announcements are to be found at Pompeii, that brisk little city to whose daily life the energy of Vesuvius has lent a kind of immor tality. Here we get a large number of miscellaneous inscriptions dealing with matters of dally life, announcements of forthcoming gladiatorial games, edicts of magistrates, wine sellers' attempts to captivate customers, rewards for lost or stolen property, houses for sale or to be let and other things of that sort. We learn from one announcement that a glass of wine could be got for 1 as—about 8 farthings—while for 4 asses one could drink real Falernian. Another Inscription Informs us that a denarius —about 7Ji pence—was paid for wash ing a tunic, and the date, the 18th of April, is carefully recorded by the writ er. Whether she was the laundress or the owner of the tunic must be left un decided, but it seems at least that she was In the habit of marking up her washing account on the walls of her bouse. There are several such inscriptions on the same wall of this particular bouse, all dated—the 20tb of April, a tunic and palllnm; on the 7th of May, an ar tide which need not be particularized, while on the day following two tunics ar* scored.—Macmillan’s Magazine. I>lsbM mad PUtten of Gold. Tenney’s and Royster’s fine candies at C. & Go’s. His Mother Buried in Darlington. It may be of interest to our readers to know that the mother of R. H. Pepper, the constable who was killed in the recent massacre, is buried in the Pres byterian Churchyard at this place. She died while refugee- ing here during the war. The remains of the constable were, however, carried to Charleston for interment. We are making big drives in tobaccos. Coggeshall & Co. Butternuts 5c per lb. Cogge shall & Co. At the Florence Opera House. The Mozart Symphony Club, one of the leading concert or ganizations of this country, will give an entertainment in the opera house at Florence on Wednesday evening next, the 18 inst. Judging from the many newspaper criticisms we have seen, we should say that the entertainment will be splendid. A nice breakfast dish—Mag nolia salmon steak—at C. & Co’s, Queen Victoria's wonderful set of ta ble furuitare Is kept in two fireproof chambers and is said to represent a cash vain* of £20,000,000. Among it is the golden table service made for George VI, calculated for 180 guests and contain ing the famous crystal champagne cool er which Is large enough for a bathtub. There are many pieces in it that former ly belonged to Queen Elizabeth, besides splendid solid gold vessels frdm India, Slam and China. The pride of the col lection is a teacup once owned by Charlsa XII and a gold peacock made for George III at a cost of £40,000.— 8t. Louis Republic. A Dtasslt Feat. A member of a Houston volunteer fire company did not appear at the scene of the conflagration until after the fire was under control. The chief of the fire de partment reproached him bitterly for his neglect of duty. "It's not my fault," replied the fire man. “I livequite a distance from the fire." "That’s no excuse. Vou must move nearer to the next fire."—Texas Bift- ings. BwMt Childhood. Tommy—Europe’s In the east, isn’t It, papal His Father—Tea. Tommy—And you can get there just by staxtlng west and going far enough, can’t you! Hi* Father—Certainly. Tommy—Well, then, whereabouts on the way round do you stop going weat and begin to get east again?—Chicago Rvcoid. Tyodoll'i Imoflnotloo. This instructive imsgination—for we are not concerned with mere reminis cent imagination—here resulting in the veatioos of the poet and there in the dis coveries of the man of science, is the highest of human faculties. With this faculty Profeasor Tyndall was largely endowed. In common with successful investigators In general, be displayed it in forming true conceptions of physical processes previously misinterpreted or uninterpreted, and again in conceiving modes by which the actual relations of the phenomena could be demonstrated, and again in devising fit appliances to this end. But to a much greater extent than usual be displayed constructive imagination in other fields. He was an excellent expositor, and good exposition implies much construct ive imagination. A prerequisite is the forming of true ideas of the mental states of those who are to be taught, and a farther prerequisite is the imagin ing of methods by which, beginning with conceptions they possess, there may be built up in their minds the con ceptions they do not possess. Of con- etructive' imagination as displayed in this sphere men at large appear to be almost devoid, as witness the absurd systems of teaching which in past t imes, and in large measure at present, have stupefied and still stupefy children by presenting abstract ideas before they have any concrete ideas from which they can be drawn. Whether as lec turer or writer, Professor Tyndall care fully avoided this vicious practice.— Herbert Spencer in McClure’s Maga zine. Smokeless Fireplace*. Next to the man who invented or dis covered fire, the greatest benefactor of the human race will be the man who abolishes smoke. Nothing else will so change the conditions of life in our great cities. Without saying that this result is already at band, a great step to ward it is made by the new invention in fireplaces. By this system a fire can nndoubtedly be produced without smoke, and though at present a special fireplace must be employed for the pur pose there is no reason why every on who henceforth fits up a kitchen range or a furnace should not have a smoke less one. I expect to see the time when every householder as well as every man nfacturer will be compelled to consume bis own smoke. In the meantime, how ever, there is the strongest inducement, short of compulsion, for doing so, for the system, like all which are based on perfecting the combustion of the tuel, gives a largely increased heat for a re duced consumption of coal,—Loudon Truth. Realism In the Drams. Realism in the drama is a great thing. The other day a London man ager applied to a magistrate for per mission to introduce a live infant in a fire scene. The child was to be rescued from a burning house by a collie dog, which was to climb a ladder and leap from a window with the baby in his mouth. The manager was highly in dignant when his application was re fused,and so was the affectionate father who had provided the baby for a night ly consideration.—Stageland. Hojack—Mrs. Glanders can read her husband like a book. Tomdick—Yes. And she can shut him up like one too.—Puck. IT TOXTB BACK ACBKS. Or vou are all worn out, really good for noth ing, tt 1* general debility* Try BBOWK’B IRON BITTERS. It will eon you. cleanse yonr liver, and give a good appetite. Family Doctor (to squire)— Thanks for you check, squire. But, my dear sir, it is far too much—far in excess of what! should have charged. I can only hope I shall have an op portunity of working it off.— Punch. Four Big Successes. Having the needed merit to more than make good all the advertising claimed for them, the following four remedies have reached a phenomenal sale. Dr. King’s New Discovery, for consumption, Coughs and Colds, each bottle guaranteed—Elec tric Bitters, the great remedy for Liver, Stomach and Kid neys. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve, the best in the world, and Dr. King’s New Life Pills, which are a perfect pill. All these remedies are guaranteed to do just what is claimed for them and the dealer whose name is attached herewith will be glad to tell you more of them. Sold at W illcox & Co’s Drug Store. -v— When Baby was nick, we gave her Oaetorla. When she was a Child, she cried for Castoria. When she become Miss, she clung to Castorla. When she hail Children, she gave them Castorla. SPRING & SUMMER Millinery! Latest New York Styles I A call will convince you that my goods are newest styles and lowest prices. miuu if. i Apll2—3m For Rent. D ESIRABLE four-room cottage in East Darlington for rent. Ap ply to DARGAN & THOMPSON- Notice! Stockholders' Meeting. T HE Annual Meeting of the Stock holders of the Darlington Man ufacturing Company will be held at the office off he Company, Darlington, 8. C., Thursday, May 8, 1894, at 12 M. W. C. COKER, Apl2—4t President and Treasurer. Stockholders' Meeting. T HE Regular Annual Meeting of Stockholders of the People’s Bank of Darlington will be held at the Bank on Monday, April 80, at 12 o'clock, for the election of Directors. H. L. CHARLES, Apll2—8t Cashier. Wanted. F OUR good, live, energetic MEN, who can furnish horses. Can make money. A card addressed to ROBIN JONES, Darlington, S. C., Will receive prompt attention. Apia—1m. To Lovers of Music: ( 'I ALL on C. N. Spinks, at Darling- J ton Shoe Store, and inspect line of musical goods, such as strings and trimmings for the violin, guitar, banjo and autoharp. Just received and will continue to receive monthly from Oliver Ditson Co., of New York, all of the latest songs; also latest pub lications in sacred music. Apl2—2m Bucklen’s Arnica Salve. The Best Salve in the world for Cuts, Bruises, Sores. Ulcers, Salt Rheum, Fever Sores, Tetter, Chapped Hands Chilblains, Corns, and all Skin Eruptions, and positively cures Piles, or no pay required. It is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction, or money refunded. Price 25 cents S it box. For sale at Willcox &. o’s drugstore. Young Gushington—Had the wealth of Croesus, I would adorn this fair finger with a diamond as large around as a silver dime. Miss Simperly—La, Henry, how extravagant! I should be perfectly satisfied with one as large as a nickel.—Chicago Tri bune. A Million Friends. Tbe Great Detective Story fl study @ in scarlet! Read the first chapters and you will be sure to A friend in Dood is a friend indeed, and not less than one million people have found just such a friend in Dr. King’s New Discovery for Consumption, Coughs, and Colds.—If you have never used this Great Cough Medicine, one trial will convince you that it has wonderful cura tive powers in all diseases of Throat, Chest and Lungs. Each bottle is guaranteed to do all that is claimed or money will be refunded. Trial bottles free at Willcox & Co’s Drug Store. Large Bottles 50c. and $1. Husband (irritably)—It isn’t a year since you said you be lieved our marriage was made in heaven, and yet you order me around as if I wasn’t any body. Wife (calmly)—Order is heav en’s first law.—Nete York Week ly- Many Persons »ie bn.kta d.-wn from overwork or hcmeh .M care*. Brown’s Iron Bitters Kebuilbs the system, sldsdlseMloa. removes exceseol bile, sad cares malaria. Oet tbe geauiue. Dunn—Why is it that you never have any money the day after you receive your salary? De Fissett—It’s all owing to other people.—Lt/e. comolele the story. The First lostallrrjcot Is Given iij ^ The Issue. ■ Two moet popular variei Chinese Black Lanesh SILVER LACED WYAND My stock it from the best ’ in the South. Eggs for hate! imbed at all times at |1.60pe of 13. Fowls a matter of oon MO. McGIRl,U.D.S.,4!i Offers hi* professiouiti »«n vices to the people of Darlington and vielnMly. Office over the store of Edwards f •/ ment A Co. Jan 19,’eO—ly MASON’S New Jewelry' Store, Pearl Street, Work done neatly and cheap. Spring lias Come! And so has my stock of in somras i I am ready to wait upon my friends and patrons and the public in general at my store on the west side of Fublie Square. Latest# Newest of Everything tW No trouble to show you goods. Call and examine my stock. M. J. BYRD. Mch 22 to Jul 1. STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA. County of Darlington. H. Appelt, Plaintiff, vs Sam Manne, Defendant. Publication of Summons. By C. P. Dargan, Esq., Trial Jostice, Complaint having been made unto me by H. Appelt that you are in debted to him in the sum of fifty dollars on money demand and pay ment refused, This is, therefore, to require you to appear before me in my office in Dar lington, S. C., within twenty days from the service of this summons to answer to the said complaint, or judgment will be given against you by default. Dated March 7, A. D. 1894. C. P. DARGAN, [L,B]Trial Justice. NETTLES A NETTLES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys. To the Defendant, Sam Manne; Take notice that the complaint in this action will be duly filed in the of fice of the Clerk of the Court of Com mon Pleas for Darlington county at Darlington Court House, 8. C. NETTLES A NETTLES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys. Mar 16—flt. BANK OF DARLINGTON, DARLINGTON, S. C., Capital, — — $100*000 Surplus and Undivi ded Profits, — $45,973.80 DIRECTORS W. C. Coker, J. L Coker, R. W. Boyd, J. J. Ward. E. R. Mclver, A. Nachman, Bright Williamson. Transacts a General Banking Business. o Savings Department. Deposits of $1 and upwards received. Interest allowed at rate of 6 per cent, per annum from date of deposit—payable quarterly on the first day of January, April, July and October. For further information ap ply at the Bank. Accounts in both Depart ments solicited and will be given careful attention. BRIGHT WILLIAMSON, _ President. L. E. WILLIAMSON, _ Cashier. Dec. 81—tf GJ. ‘ & SON, Manufacturers Doors, Sasb, Blinds, MiOTTXiDXUOS -AND- Building Material. ESTABLISHED 1S4S. CHARLESTON, 8. 0. April, 2q 1898—1 Private Board House, Pleasantly situated near and between lines of Street Cars. Mrs. Amanda Davis, Corner Meeting and Hudson Streets, Opp. Citadel Academy, CHARLESTON, - • • S. O. Mch 29—4m Attenion Mechanics! All persons in need of babbitt meta can purchase it cheap at THK DAB uhbtox News office.